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Study Links Trump Support to Increased Narcissism and Callousness

7/23/2025

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A groundbreaking psychological study involving over 9,000 U.S. adults reveals a striking connection between favorable views of Donald Trump and increased malevolent traits like callousness and narcissism, coupled with diminished empathy. This research, published in the Journal of Research in Personality, suggests that our political beliefs may be deeply rooted in our psychological makeup.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking psychological study involving over 9,000 U.S. adults reveals a striking connection between favorable views of Donald Trump and increased malevolent traits like callousness and narcissism, coupled with diminished empathy. This research, published in the Journal of Research in Personality, suggests that our political beliefs may be deeply rooted in our psychological makeup.